We’re hiring! Projects Officer and Communications & Events Officer

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We’re delighted to announce two fantastic opportunities to work with us at the Scottish AI Alliance.

Are you passionate about trustworthy, ethical and inclusive AI? Do you have a flair for communications or project management?

We’re looking for a Projects Officer and a Communications & Events Officer to join our team.

Scotland’s AI Strategy was launched on 22 March 2021 and as part of that strategy, the Scottish AI Alliance was formed. We are responsible for the delivery of the strategy, and our executive branch is a dedicated team involving partnership between The Data Lab and the Scottish Government. 

Joining our team would give you the opportunity to actively contribute to Scotland’s AI landscape and help put Scotland firmly on the AI map.

The roles

If one of our roles peaks your interest, make sure to get your application in using the links below by 26 February.

Projects Officer

As our Projects Officer, you’ll support our Project Manager in two key programmes of work: the Scottish AI Playbook, and Living with AI course. You’ll be responsible for your own workload, scheduling tasks and meetings and engaging with multiple stakeholders. We expect the management of the key programmes mentioned above to evolve into a more product-driven approach, so interest and experience of product management and development is desirable.

Interested? Find out more and submit your application by 26 February.

Communications and Events Officer

Our new Communications and Events Officer will support all communications and events activity involved in the delivery of a programme of work in line with our vision to make Scotland a leader in the development and use of trustworthy, ethical and inclusive AI. There will be an emphasis on digital communications internally and externally as well as an element of public engagement.

Supporting our Communications & Events Manager, you will also be involved in the planning, management and delivery of events, workshops and meetings including our annual conference, the Scottish AI Summit.

Is this you? Get more details and your apply by 26 February.

Benefits and application process

To apply for these roles, you will need to complete the University of Edinburgh’s application process, using the links provided above. During the process you will have access to key information including salaries, eligibility, holidays, and other important benefits and information.

Good luck!